Question 1

can you tell me if a doc said i have bacterial conjunctivitis how long will this last for?

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Typically: 4-7 days.

Question 2

bacterial conjunctivitis cure?

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A few things: Your own immune system, flushing the eye with eye saline and antibiotics.

Question 3

how can bacterial conjunctivitis be spread?

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Conjunctivitis: Contact usuall by rubbing eyes.

Question 4

does bacterial conjunctivitis go on its own?

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Usually: Bacterial conjunctivitis goes away in a few days on it's own. In england, as a rule , they do not treat common conjunctivitis because it is difficult to distinguish bacterial from viral conjunctivitis & both almost always go away on their own. Their reasoning is that the cost of the preparations used for treatment outweighs the benefits. That said, treatment may hasten recovery & limit spread.

Question 5

how soon does bacterial conjunctivitis shown up?

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1-3 days: Bacterial conjunctivitis will usually show up in 1 to 3 days. Redness, discharge, crusting especially in morning, and itching are symptoms.

Question 6

could bacterial conjunctivitis go away on its own?

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No: It must be treated with appropriate topical antibiotic.

Question 7

how long before  bacterial conjunctivitis clears up?

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Within a few days: Most of bacterial conjunctivitis are cleared up within a few days with proper antibiotic eye drops.

Question 8

does bacterial conjunctivitis ever go away on its own?

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Chlamydial Sx: Chlamydia does not go away on its own. Other less common bacterial conjuctivitis definitely needs rx.

Question 9

does bacterial conjunctivitis usually go away on its own?

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It may...: ... But bacterial conjunctivitis can cause significant problems on the eyelid and eye surface.  If you truly have bacterial conjunctivits, it can be easily treated with medicated eye drops, so it is best to have your eye doctor evaluate you and start you on the appropriate regimen.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of viral and bacterial conjunctivitis?

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See below: Both present with redness, discharge, and irritation. Viral are more common and often come with other upper respiratory infections.  Bacterial can occur from excess growth of skin bacteria and poor eyelid hygiene. Other common causes are chronic contact lens overwear, chronic allergic conjunctivitis, and swimming in contaminated waters.

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